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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the kind words brought a little solace to the grieving widow
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as in consolation
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the selfless solace of the sick by the workers at the hospice
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as in to comfort
to ease the grief or distress of
counselors did their best to solace the bereaved children
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as in to amuse
to cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied
I solaced myself with a book while I waited for the bus
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Recent Examples of solace
Tim Spiers, New York Times, 22 May 2025
As the surrounding landscape succumbs, one friend seeks solace in dance.
—Isle McElroy, Vulture, 21 May 2025
Erik Piepenburg, New York Times, 2 June 2025
People were solaced and troubled by history in ways that the United States seemed to have no need for.
—Andrew Moore, New York Times, 15 May 2025
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Noun
The stakes were high — glory for the winners and a dreadful season at least ends with a very notable trophy and a Champions League place, ignominy for the losers; a worst season in living memory, no solace, no silver lining, just humiliation.
—Tim Spiers, New York Times, 22 May 2025
As the surrounding landscape succumbs, one friend seeks solace in dance.
—Isle McElroy, Vulture, 21 May 2025
Verb
Not even solace from a former girlfriend can soothe Valeria’s fears.
—Erik Piepenburg, New York Times, 2 June 2025
People were solaced and troubled by history in ways that the United States seemed to have no need for.
—Andrew Moore, New York Times, 15 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solace
Noun
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Homeowners whose homes were severely damaged or destroyed by the fires that scorched the Pacific Palisades and Altadena communities in January may qualify for up to $20,000 in mortgage relief.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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People with asthma: Follow your asthma action plan and keep quick relief medicine handy.—
Anna Skinner,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
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The fact that Cole went down after the Yankees signed Fried is no small consolation.—
Barry M. Bloom,
Sportico.com,
2 June 2025
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The SaberCats play Castle View on Saturday morning in the consolation bracket.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
23 May 2025
Verb
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As another marcher with medical experience stepped in to take care of her, Victor stayed with her husband to comfort him.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
2 June 2025
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In the background, the handcuffed aide is heard crying while someone tries to comfort her.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
1 June 2025
Verb
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Start strong with its signature amuse bouche, an oyster—perhaps from St. Vaast or Oléron, depending on the season—served with a spicy margarita shot.—
Eleanor Aldridge,
AFAR Media,
30 May 2025
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Reactions online ranged from shocked to amused, with some commenters poking fun at Will’s scream.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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While this is good news, student loan borrowers should remember this drop shouldn't be taken as encouragement to acquire more student debt at lower rates.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Kelly had posted several photos on social media while inside the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, as insurrectionists injured police officers and destroyed Capitol property with prior encouragement from President Donald Trump at a rally.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
Verb
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Companies that issue stablecoins are meant to hold reserves of other assets to back their coins and assure buyers about their value.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
5 June 2025
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There are so many cures to be discovered, sources of energy to be revealed – the discoveries that will shape the future and assure American competitiveness into the next century.—
Ann Kirschner,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
Verb
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The audience is pulled in, and ultimately entertained, not just by the impeccable performances, but via an inside look at average, everyday people.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The day of 19th-century-style outdoor recreation will feature a variety of traditional lawn games that once entertained early Californians, such as wheelbarrow races, sack races and tug-of-war.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 June 2025
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Like in past eras of technology revolution, reassurance often comes in the form of standards, frameworks and guidelines.—
Shazia Manus,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Amid all this, many look to state and local leaders for calm, reassurance and support.—
G. Cristina Mora,
Mercury News,
22 May 2025
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“Solace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solace. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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